New Heights for Healthy Living

Steven M. Altabef, MDiv, MA, LMHC

Steve Altabef is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington. He brings a unique set of skills and gifts to his work at Summit Counseling. Besides his work as a private practitioner (since 1996), Steve has 6 years of clinical experience in a large community health center as a counselor and as a supervisor.

He has a great deal of experience with a variety of clients, as well as experience with groups, leading workshops, and teaching. He has done numerous presentations in a wide variety of settings including churches, family camps, and community groups. Steve’s compassion, sense of humor, intuition, and high degree of integrity combine in a way that allows him to help each client reach their God given potential.

At Summit Counseling, not only do we work to meet your scheduling needs, but also believe in flexibility in many aspects of treatment. Each client is treated as a unique individual with specific issues and goals. The time spent in session and assignments given between sessions are carefully and thoughtfully designed to maximize your efforts and assist you in reaching your goals.

Steve’s role can vary from coach, mentor, or educator, to counselor or supporter depending on your needs. Your input is always encouraged and welcomed. The focus is on meeting your needs in a healthy and helpful way.

From The Blog

The following is the second chapter of Steve Altabef’s new book “Wounds, Vows, and the Freedom of Forgiveness”. He is excited about getting it out there so if you have any comments or questions, please let him know! CHAPTER 2 WOUNDS AND THE CONNECTION TO ANGER Anger, if not restrained, is frequently more […]Read more